Access, parking, stores: the new features that will save you time at Rennes station

Published on 30 mai 2018

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1. Rennes train station: a "multimodal exchange hub"

With the arrival of the high-speed train line, Rennes train station is expected to reach 20 million annual passengers in the coming years. To cope with the increase in passenger flow, the redevelopment work includes the creation of a multimodal exchange hub aimed at optimizing interaction between all modes of transportation to make travel more fluid: access to both metro lines, a new bus station, more car and bicycle parking spaces, new pedestrian crossings, and an access footbridge connecting the north and south of the city.

2. 2,300 m2 of services, restaurants, and shops

Rennes train station will soon host services and shops in a multi-level building covering nearly 2,300 m2. The first shops have opened, including Yves Rocher, a cosmetics store, Stade Rennais, a clothing and accessories store featuring the football club's logo, Bagel Corner, a French brand offering a wide range of bagels, and Hénaff & Co., famous for its Breton pâté and strong Breton identity brands.

Other brands such as McDo, Prêt à Manger, or the Ty Vorn bakery plan to open during the year.

Rennes train station will also be equipped with infrastructure to improve user traffic within the station: interactive information terminals, connected chairs and tables, event space, exhibitions...

3. Blue Valet valet parking at Rennes train station

Building on its success in several train stations and airports in France, Blue Valet decided to be part of the adventure by establishing itself at Rennes train station in April 2018.

The principle is simple, reservations are made online on bluevalet.fr in less than 5 minutes and up to the day before departure. On the day of your departure, simply go to the drop-off area of Rennes train station where your dedicated valet will be waiting for you. Give him your keys, and after taking inventory of the vehicle, he will park it in one of our private and secure parking lots in the immediate vicinity of the station.

Upon return, the valet will be waiting for you at the same location, with your vehicle ready to hit the road!

Blue Valet valet parking service at Rennes train station allows you to save up to 30 minutes before departure and offers unbeatable value for money by often being cheaper than traditional parking.

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